Camping beginners
Our camping tips for newcomers
All beginnings are difficult - we know that all too well, because even on our first camping trips things went wrong. To help you get started, we've collected our most important tips, camping checklists and information here, so you can start your new hobby in a relaxed way.
Our great camping manual
From choosing the right vehicle and the most important technical components to equipment and travel planning - in this book we have collected all our camping knowledge for beginners on 400 pages. Garnished with photos from our own trips, handy checklists, and tips from our own everyday camping life, it's perfect for getting you started in your new favorite hobby!
Switzerland: Buy at Buchhaus.ch
Our most popular beginner articles
Motorhome or caravan? Select the right vehicle
Motorhome, caravan, van or rather a camper? With the huge selection of camping vehicles, it's easy to lose track. And what's wonderful for a neighbor, cousin or parent may not necessarily fit your own needs. Therefore, take your time to look at the vehicle types and layouts and, if possible, try out your desired model beforehand. Click here for our info:
To read: Caravan, motor home, van or camper? The great comparison!
To listen: Podcast Caravan, motorhome, van or camper?
Towing vehicle for the caravan
Once you've decided on a caravan, you'll obviously need the right tow horse. Here we explain what is important and what the vehicle needs so that you are allowed to drive up to 100 km/h with the caravan:
To read: Guide - How to find the right towing vehicle for your caravan.
To listen: Podcast 100 registration at the caravan
Driving license for motorhome and caravan
III, B, B96 or even BE? What am I allowed to drive with which driver's license? We bring light into the bureaucracy jungle!
Find the right campsite
Some want it quiet and close to nature, others want a lot of action, children's laughter and a colorful leisure program. Find out how to find the best campsite for you and your fellow travelers here:
To read: Which campsite suits me?
To listen: Podcast Find a campsite | Campsite vs. pitch
Load the vehicle correctly
Improperly loaded or overloaded campers can rear-end and cause bad accidents. In order to always be safe on the road and also to save your travel funds (keyword: fines!), you should take the following tips to heart:
To read: Loading acaravan correctly | Loading a motorhome correctly
To listen: Podcast Load Safely
To watch: Loading caravans correctly with tips from the ADAC driving coach
The first time at the campsite
Reservations, registration, rest periods, toilet disposal - so that you are well prepared for your maiden voyage and don't put your foot in your mouth, we have compiled the most important written and unwritten "campsite laws":
The first time camping with dog
Traveling with four-legged friends is an extensive topic, so we even have a separate category for it. But you can find some basic tips and information here:
To read: Camping with a dog for the first time: what you should consider
Download: Checklist Travel with Dog
To listen: Podcast Camping with dog
Facebook group "Camping Beginners
And if you want to exchange ideas with other campers, we invite you to join our Facebook group "Camping Beginners invite you. There you can ask all your questions in a protected environment and get tips from experienced campers.
We wish you a lot of fun with your new hobby!
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